"Associate Dean, Industry and Alumni Engagement"

The School of Computing Technologies at RMIT University is seeking a dynamic and visionary academic leader to drive strategic industry engagement and foster excellence in industry-partnered research. This role is key to strengthening the School's connections with industry, government, and community, ensuring our research and teaching stay aligned with workforce needs. You will collaborate closely with the Deputy Dean Engagement and the STEM College Business Development & Partnerships team to build impactful partnerships, enhance graduate outcomes, and support innovation through real-world collaboration.

This is a full-time continuing academic position with a formal leadership responsibility as Associate Dean, Industry Engagement. The role includes a defined workload allocation split:

• 0.3 FTE: Leadership responsibilities associated with the Associate Dean role
• 0.7 FTE: Academic duties aligned with a continuing appointment at Senior Lecturer, Associate Professor, or Professor level, including teaching and research.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of computing education and research at a leading global university through meaningful industry collaboration.

What We're Looking For:

• A PhD in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a closely related discipline.
• Proven ability to initiate, develop, and sustain strategic partnerships with industry and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success in alumni engagement, graduate employability programs, and/or work-integrated learning.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and curriculum development, particularly in collaboration with industry.
• Experience leading large-scale, collaborative research projects, particularly with industry or government partners.
• An excellent research record, including high-quality publications, successful grant applications, and demonstrated research impact.
• Ability to influence and lead change in a complex academic environment.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences and stakeholders.

Desirable Attributes

• Experience in translating research into practical outcomes and commercial opportunities.
• Recent R&D industry experience in a field relevant to the school.
• Strong leadership skills with experience in governance, strategic planning, and team development.

Qualifications

PhD in relevant field.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

To Apply

Please submit your CV and covering letter and separately address the Key Selection Criteria for this position by clicking on the 'Apply' link at the top of this page. Please note that applications that do not address the Key Selection Criteria will not be considered.

For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Aleksandra Besia, Senior Talent Advisor via email aleksandra.besia@rmit.edu.au

Position Description - Associate Dean, Industry and Alumni Engagement

Position Description - Professor

Position Description - Associate Professor

Position Description - Senior Lecturer

Applications close on Monday 25th of August 2025.

At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT. To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani (Senior Talent Advisor), via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

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